The Strangely Addictive Nature of Stress and How to Let Go of It

Suzanne discusses the how and why of stress—and how it can addict us. She also shares emotional/mental approaches that can help us break the habit Did you know that stress can be addictive? It actually is, releasing a powerful cocktail of chemicals in our brains that binds us to it ever more strongly. So this one’s for you if you find yourself looping stressful thoughts day in, day out. (I’ve been there!) But first—and really in the same vein—I share my essay, The Value of Getting Grounded. Being grounded and calm is simpler with this basic grounding exercise anyone can do. Give it a try…and breathe. Next I share my own personal recovery experience with overcoming my addiction to stress, along with all kinds of ideas for reclaiming your own serenity. Among other things, I discuss The places I found support that really got me clear on this addiction The value of letting go, and making amends in this process The exact process I went through in reclaiming my own serenity—and releasing that stress What Adrenal Fatigue is and what it has to do with chronic stress Wise advice from a theater person I know How you can get started releasing your own stress May this inspire some real shifts for you! Namaste, Suzanne RESOURCES AG1— Get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. The Value of Getting Grounded   Suzanne’s interview with Yoga Nidra yognini Julie Yogaressa   Suzaanne’s favorite dark chocolate bar…. Mmmmmmm   WHO IS SUZANNE Suzanne Falter hosts the Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women podcast where she brings better self-care to thousands of busy people each week in 98 countries around the globe. She also keynotes and leads corporate workshops on self-care. She is the author of The Extremely Busy Woman’s Guide to Self-Care (Sourcebooks.)